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Ton Saiตันสัย
Spend 1–2 days for climbing and beach time; longer only if you want multiple island trips.
Ton Sai is a small beach village in Krabi Province known for rock climbing, a few short hikes and cheap bamboo bungalows. Most visitors stay 1–2 nights to climb and swim; day trips to Rai Leh or Phra Nang add a few hours.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- THB
- Best months
- Nov–Feb (cool, dry, best climbing conditions)
- avoid May–Oct (monsoon, heavy rain, limited climbing)
- Airport
- KBV
- Nights
- 2
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ton Sai191 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ton Sai, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Thai baht (THB, ฿).Thailand-wide
- SIM or eSIMAIS and TrueMove H sell tourist SIMs at airport arrivals; passport registration is required.Thailand-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Thailand-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: Leave ฿20–100 (≈ US$1–4) or the coins; skip it if a 10% service charge is on the bill.Thailand-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C/O. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Thailand-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; watch for night‑time beach swimming when tide is low and keep belongings secure from occasional monkey encounters.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in malls and hotels; squat toilets with a water bucket in rural stops.Thailand-wide
- Emergency numbers191 police · 1669 ambulance · 1155 tourist police (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany Bangkok street-food vendors stay off the main roads on Mondays (street-cleaning day in several districts)…Thailand-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKBV Krabi International Airport (30 min by taxi to Ao Nang, then 10 min boat to Ton Sai).
- Getting aroundOn foot only; the whole village is walkable in 5 min.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBamboo bungalow (single), a night, per person฿150 (≈ US$5)
- Mid-range bedBamboo bungalow (double), a night, per room฿500 (≈ US$16)
- High-end bedBamboo bungalow (double), a night, per room฿800 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ฿800 (≈ US$25) · Mid ฿1,200 (≈ US$40) · High ฿1,800 (≈ US$60)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KBV Krabi International Airport (30 min by taxi to Ao Nang, then 10 min boat to Ton Sai)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Mar
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ton Sai: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
8 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
On foot only; the whole village is walkable in 5 min. Dirt road can be muddy in rain.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Rai Leh
goDoor to door: ≈20 min
Longtail boat from Ton Sai, 10 min; or walk at low tide 20 min
Good for a quick beach change and cheap food.
Phra Nang Beach
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Longtail boat 10 min or kayak 10 min
Visit the shrine and lagoon; tide‑dependent swimming.
Chicken Island
cautionDoor to door: ≈30 min
Charter longtail from Ton Sai, 20 min
Snorkelling spot; boats often full, price higher in high season.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Country Side Resort
10 bamboo bungalows, basic facilities, ~150 baht/night
Chill Out Bar & Bungalow
Double bungalow, 700 baht/night, includes bar and Wi‑Fi
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ฿800–1,200 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- Mid
- ฿1,200–1,800 (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed
- High
- ฿1,800 (≈ US$60)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Bamboo bungalow (double)1 × 2 nights × ฿500 | ฿1,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 2 days × ฿1,200 | ฿2,400 |
| Longtail boat Ao Nang → Ton Sai (round‑trip)1 × ฿150 · Price doubles after 18:00 | ฿150 |
| Intro climbing session (1 h)1 × ฿800 · Basecamp Tonsai, The Rock Shop | ฿800 |
| eSIM data (1 week)1 × ฿500 · check | ฿500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ฿485 |
| Trip total≈ ฿2,668 per person per day, bed included | ฿5,335≈ US$170 |
2026 estimate in THB; flights and long‑term accommodation excluded.
Prices of common things
| Longtail boat ticket Ao Nang → Ton Sai | 100 baht (≈ US$4) (≈ $3) (double after 18:00)100 baht (≈ US$4) (≈ $3) (double after 6:00 PM) |
| Climbing intro course | 800 baht (≈ US$25) (≈ $24) |
| Meal (pad thai, rice, fruit) | 80–120 baht (≈ US$3–4) |
| Cold drink | 30–50 baht (≈ US$1–2) |
| Bungalow night (basic) | 150–300 baht (≈ US$5–10) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No daytime electricity; generators run at night only.
- Tide makes the beach unsuitable for swimming about 10 days a month.
- Trek from Ao Nang is steep and monkeys may attack luggage.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Ambulance
- 1669
- Tourist police
- 1155
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Ton Saiตันสัย
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My bed tonight
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Emergency
- Police191
- Ambulance1669
- Tourist police1155
Embassy
US embassy in Bangkok; consulate in Krabi (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ao Nang → Ton Sai longtail: ≈ 100 baht per person, 10 min (double after 18:00) (check)≈ 100 baht per person, 10 min (double after 6:00 PM) (check)
- Kayak Ton Sai ↔ Phra Nang: ≈ 200 baht round‑trip
Say or show
- ขอโทษ — Excuse me / Sorry (kŏr‑tôht)
- ขอบคุณ — Thank you (kòp‑kun)
- เท่าไหร่ — How much? (tâo‑rài)
- ชายหาดอยู่ที่ไหน — Where is the beach? (chai‑hàt yòo têe‑năi)
- ขอน้ำได้ไหม — Can I have water? (kŏr‑náam dâi măi)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ton Sai. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb (cool, dry, best climbing conditions) · avoid May–Oct (monsoon, heavy rain, limited climbing) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Ton Sai
- secondaryWikivoyage: Ton Sai, revision 5234275 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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